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The Role
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The Company
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The Culture
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
The Aldi Industrial Placement Programme is undoubtedly the most challenging experience I have ever had. The high level of responsibility aids development as a professional and makes the experience extremely enjoyable.
Aldi's people are highly valued by the company and their happiness shows. everyone is very friendly and helpful. At Aldi I have been given genuine responsibility with the projects and tasks I have been charged with. By placing such faith in me, my managers and colleagues have made me feel highly valued and respected and ultimately enhanced my placement experience further.
Aldi's structured training provides placements with all the tools necessary to succeed. It is thorough at every stage and has enabled me to learn and develop as an employee. Regular updates with management provide excellent support and direction at every stage of the placement.
There is never a dull moment ... Aldi is an exciting and fast paced company to be involved with and whilst the work is challenging, it's is extremely rewarding. You are constantly on the go with new challenges arising every day which develop your learning, not only as a student but a professional.
Responsibilities vary at each stage of the placement but all are of an equally high level. You will be handed the keys to a store and take the reigns as a critical part of the management team, communicate with business partners and provide feedback and suggestions to senior company management on various issues.
The Aldi Industrial Placement provides real industry experience and allows you to put your textbook knowledge into practise. It is one thing reading about challenges in business and, as I have learned, another actually experiencing and overcoming them with a fast growing multinational organisation.
The Company
Aldi has a team of great people who, together, create a professional, fun and fast paced atmosphere.
The placement has a set structure which is followed throughout the year. Roles, line managers and goals are set out and structured training is provided to help achieve these. The structure allows the placement student to take in the entire business and experience first hand how the organisation works.
There can be no doubt Aldi has a strong commitment to nurturing students to become the management for tomorrow. The company invest significant time and money into developing competent, confident managers.
Subsidised Canteen
Company Car
National Travel
Financial Bonus
Company Parties/Events
Above 25 days holiday
I will remain with the company next year in management role as I complete the final year of my degree with a view to applying to the graduate programme when applications open.
The Culture
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
Business Operations, Business Management, Corporate Law, Customer Service, Employment Law, Financial Management, Human Resources, Information Technology, Logistics and Operations, Market Research, Marketing, Property Management, PR & Communications, Purchasing and Supply, Recruitment, Retail, Sales
Scotland
June 2013